Postdoctoral Research Associate – Quantum & Battlefield Information Dominance (Q-BID)

Posting Details

Classification Information

Classification Type

EHRA

Position Overview

Primary Purpose of Position

The Postdoctoral Research Associate will support DoW Accelerate-
DAQ Quantum & Battlefield Information Dominance (Q- BID )
research within the Quantum Computing Cluster ( QCC ). Research
will span quantum-relevant materials and nanoscale devices;
advanced/quantum sensing; secure electronic and sensing readout;
hybrid quantum-classical approaches; and fault-aware hardware for
edge applications. The associate will develop and evaluate
materials, devices, models, test structures, or sensing prototypes
using nanofabrication, electrical and materials characterization,
simulation, AI/ML, and data analytics as appropriate. The associate
will collaborate across Accelerate- DAQ research clusters; publish
in peer-reviewed venues; contribute to technical reports,
intellectual property, and federal proposals; mentor Ph.D. and
undergraduate Research Champions; and participate in workshops and
research-capacity development. Expected outputs include
publications, validated proof-of-concept demonstrations,
competitive proposals, reproducible research datasets, and trained
student researchers.

Primary Function of Organizational Unit

North Carolina A&T State University is a public land-grant
research university. The Joint School of Nanoscience and
Nanoengineering ( JSNN ) brings together interdisciplinary
education, research, and shared infrastructure for nanoscale
materials, fabrication, characterization, and device development.
Within JSNN, Nanoengineering supports research on quantum-relevant
materials, electronic and sensing devices,
semiconductor/nanofabrication technologies, and integrated
nanosystems. The position contributes to the university-wide DoW
Accelerate- DAQ initiative and its Quantum Computing Cluster ( QCC
), linking quantum materials and sensing to secure
electronic/readout systems, AI-enabled analysis, and
defense-relevant applications. The research associate will
collaborate with JSNN faculty, students, shared research
facilities, and complementary Accelerate- DAQ research teams.

Minimum Requirements

Earned Ph.D. in Nanoengineering, Materials Science and Engineering,
Electrical or Computer Engineering, Physics, Quantum Information
Science, Applied Science, or a closely related discipline. U.S.
citizenship at the time of appointment is required under the stated
Accelerate- DAQ program eligibility requirements. Demonstrated
research expertise in at least one of: quantum materials/devices;
semiconductor or nanoscale fabrication and characterization;
advanced/quantum sensing; hybrid quantum-classical systems;
RF/electromagnetic sensing or electronics; embedded/edge computing;
hardware reliability; or AI/ML for materials, devices, sensing, or
quantum systems. Evidence of scholarly publications, independent
research ability, interdisciplinary collaboration, and effective
oral/written communication.

All degrees must be awarded by accredited institutions.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training,
Education

Preferred experience includes 2D or wide-bandgap materials;
superconducting or other quantum-relevant materials/devices;
nanofabrication and device integration; electrical, low-noise, or
cryogenic characterization; spectroscopy and microscopy; sensing or
secure readout electronics; embedded/ FPGA systems; simulation,
digital twins, and AI-guided materials/device optimization.
Experience integrating hardware and data analytics, preparing
federal proposals (DoW, DOE, NSF or similar), publishing
peer-reviewed research, and mentoring student researchers is
desirable.

Required License or Certification

N/A

Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work
arrangement, consistent with university and state
policies.

On-site (Employees are primarily in the office and/or have a
critical job requirement that requires dedicated office space
on-site)

Position Information

Working Title

Postdoctoral Research Associate – Quantum & Battlefield
Information Dominance (Q-BID)

Position Number

007867

Recruitment Salary Range

$65,783 - $70,000

FLSA

Exempt

Appointment Type

Time Limited - Full-time

Tenure Track

No

FTE

If Time Limited, Appointment Length

08/30/2031

Organizational Division

Nanoengineering

Organizational Location

JSNN

Organizational Unit

JSNN Clean Room

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

EPA3256

Open Date

10/29/2026

Close Date - for postings that do not use Open Until
Filled

Open Until Filled

Yes

Open Until Filled Minimum Application Period Postings: Positions
remaining posted after this date are continuing to accept
applications, but may close at any time. Applications received by
this date will receive full consideration, applications received
after this date may receive consideration depending upon the status
of the search

12/04/2026

Date Position Available

12/01/2026

Special Instructions to Applicant

You must complete and submit an electronic application for
employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu
of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking
Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of
Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during
the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are
subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North
Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal
law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment
eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and
Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment
will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T
State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national
origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political
affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual
identity.

Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees
include the following and more;

• Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees
• Community Service Leave
• Aetna – State Health Benefits of North Carolina
• NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life

Insurance and more

• 12 Paid Holidays
• Teachers and State Employees Retirement System ( TSERS )
• Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
• Employee Assistance Program ( EAP )
• Campus Recreation Center Discount
• University Bookstore Discount
• and more

This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work
arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C.
A&T employees are generally required to reside in North
Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty
station.

Quick Link

https://jobs.ncat.edu/postings/41920

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• Other
• If you indicated you learned of this employment opportunity

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(Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Letter of Reference 1
• Letter of Reference 2
• Letter of Reference 3
• Research Statement
• Terminal Degree - Copy of transcripts

Optional Documents

• Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty

(DD-214)

• Letter of Interest
• Other Document